Copyright 2019 Medical News TodayPeople are living longer than ever before, and many seniors live active and healthy lives. However, as we age, our bodies and minds change. There are things you can do to stay healthy and active as you age, and it is important to understand what to expect. This category includes news on the biology of aging, demographics, continuity of care, quality of life, care needs, longevity and lifestyle.http://www.medicalnewstoday.comSeniors / Aging News From Medical News Todayadmin@medicalnewstoday.com (MNT Admin)editors@medicalnewstoday.com (MNT Editors)en-usHow does exercise support health later in life?Sat, 25 May 2019 03:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325262.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325262.phpA new study reviews the effects of exercising in older life. Greater independence and higher self-worth are only some of the benefits of physical activity.Seniors / Aging'Mediterranean diet may protect against depression symptoms'Wed, 22 May 2019 00:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325240.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325240.phpResearch presented at the American Psychiatric Association conference finds a link between Mediterranean diets and a lower depression risk later in life.Nutrition / DietAlzheimer's: Brain changes may occur 34 years before symptomsTue, 21 May 2019 07:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325235.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325235.phpNew research finds that some Alzheimer's-related biomarkers in the brain change as early as 34 years before the onset of visible symptoms. Alzheimer's / DementiaHow stopping cell death may help prevent rheumatoid arthritisThu, 16 May 2019 08:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325192.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325192.phpA new study in mice pinpoints a key cellular mechanism that drives forms of rheumatoid arthritis. Targeting this mechanism could prevent this condition.Rheumatoid ArthritisDASH diet reduced heart failure risk 'by almost half' in people under 75Tue, 14 May 2019 09:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325175.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325175.phpPeople under 75 who followed a plant-rich diet for reducing high blood pressure had a significantly lower risk of heart failure than those who did not.Cardiovascular / CardiologyCould a cell phone game detect who is at risk of Alzheimer's?Sun, 05 May 2019 03:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325103.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325103.phpAccording to a new study, a cell phone game called 'Sea Hero Quest' could assist researchers in identifying people who are more at risk of Alzheimer's.Alzheimer's / DementiaExperts draft guidelines for Alzheimer's-like conditionTue, 30 Apr 2019 09:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325080.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325080.phpExperts have defined an under-recognized, newly named condition that mimics Alzheimer's disease and propose guidelines for diagnosing and researching it.Alzheimer's / DementiaPoor sense of smell linked to increased mortality riskTue, 30 Apr 2019 08:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325071.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325071.phpA recent study found that a reduced sense of smell increased mortality risk, particularly in the participants who were healthiest at the start.Ear, Nose and ThroatIncreased muscle power may prolong lifeSun, 21 Apr 2019 03:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325004.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325004.phpA first-of-its-kind study finds that increased muscle power, rather than muscle strength, can significantly prolong life for seniors. Sports Medicine / FitnessCould this brain stimulation technique reverse memory decline?Thu, 18 Apr 2019 08:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325010.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325010.phpNew research examines the effect of a noninvasive brain stimulation technique called transcranial magnetic stimulation on age-related memory decline. Neurology / NeurosciencePeople are living longer despite care inequalitiesFri, 12 Apr 2019 08:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324958.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324958.phpA new report from the World Health Organization (WHO) examines global life expectancies and access to health services across the world.Public HealthSyncing brain waves may fight age-related memory problemsMon, 08 Apr 2019 08:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324908.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324908.phpWorking memory tends to decline with age, and this problem is characterized by poor synchronicity between brain regions. Can researchers 'fix' this issue?Neurology / NeuroscienceHow does oxidative stress affect the body?Wed, 03 Apr 2019 11:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324863.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324863.phpOxidative stress can damage cells and occurs when there is an excess of free radicals. The body produces free radicals during normal metabolic processes but also produces antioxidants to neutralize them. Long-term oxidative stress can contribute to aging and may play a role in a number of conditions. Learn more here.Nutrition / DietHow 1 hour of brisk walking can benefit people with osteoarthritisMon, 01 Apr 2019 07:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324851.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324851.phpA new study investigates the impact of 1 weekly hour of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity on disability in people with knee osteoarthritis.OsteoarthritisDark spots on the skin: Causes and how to treat themFri, 29 Mar 2019 12:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324833.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324833.phpDark spots on the skin are usually the result of hyperpigmentation. They are usually harmless. In this article, we look at the symptoms, causes, and treatments for dark spots on the skin.DermatologySmoking may not be related to dementia risk after allThu, 28 Mar 2019 09:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324818.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324818.phpStudy of 531 cognitively healthy older adults over 11.5 years finds no link between smoking and dementia after accounting for 'competing risk' of death.Alzheimer's / DementiaKnee osteoarthritis: A low-carb diet may relieve symptomsWed, 27 Mar 2019 08:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324810.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324810.phpA new study compares the effects of a low-carb diet with those of a regular diet and a low-fat diet on knee osteoarthritis in older adults.OsteoarthritisThe key to brain health: Light but frequent exerciseMon, 25 Mar 2019 07:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324788.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324788.phpNew research shows that light and moderate exercise benefits the brain both immediately and in the long run, providing a person is active frequently.Sports Medicine / FitnessWhy your gut may hold the key to cardiovascular healthThu, 21 Mar 2019 08:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324769.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324769.phpA new study examines the link between gut bacteria, aging, and cardiovascular health. The authors conclude that 'the fountain of youth may lie in the gut.'Cardiovascular / CardiologyThis 'caterpillar fungus' may help treat osteoarthritisThu, 21 Mar 2019 00:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324761.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324761.phpA compound derived from a parasitic fungus could lead to the development of new, better treatments for osteoarthritis, according to recent research.Osteoarthritis10 minutes of leisurely activity per week may lower death riskWed, 20 Mar 2019 00:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324754.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324754.phpNew observational research in a large cohort has found a strong link between leisurely physical activity — even in low amounts — and a lower death risk.Sports Medicine / FitnessSkin moisturizer could reduce risk of diseaseSun, 17 Mar 2019 00:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324717.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324717.phpDry and damaged skin can be uncomfortable but, according to a new study, it might also increase the risk of some age-related chronic diseases.Seniors / AgingManganese and Parkinson's: Mechanism may explain linkFri, 15 Mar 2019 03:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324715.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324715.phpNew research discovers a mechanism that may explain why exposure to manganese induces Parkinson's symptoms. The findings may aid diagnosis and treatment.Parkinson's DiseaseDoes eating mushrooms protect brain health?Fri, 15 Mar 2019 00:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324710.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324710.phpMushrooms are tasty and nutritious, but can they protect the brain from cognitive decline? That is what researchers from Singapore aim to find out.Nutrition / DietIs high blood pressure always bad?Wed, 13 Mar 2019 07:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324697.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324697.phpMost experts believe that people should treat hypertension as a risk factor. However, new research suggests that high blood pressure is not always bad.Hypertension